Flying from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Asmara International Airport (ASM): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Asmara International Airport is 1 hour 30 minutes.
Asmara's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Jeddah.
Every week, there are five King Abdulaziz International Airport to Asmara International Airport flights. If you prefer to get going as soon as possible, pick the 05:45 flynas flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 07:05 with flynas.
To ensure you catch your JED to ASM flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Flynas has direct flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Asmara International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Asmara — and maybe even more of Eritrea if you have time.
Flynas is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Asmara International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between JED and ASM include:
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Dubai Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Asmara International Airport (ASM)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way King Abdulaziz International Airport to Asmara International Airport flight is $90. A return plane ticket right now is $229. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from JED to ASM, reserve your trip six months ahead of your departure.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Asmara International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from JED to ASM.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Asmara International Airport.
Handy information about King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
King Abdulaziz International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from JED land on schedule 81.7% of the time.
Central Jeddah to King Abdulaziz International Airport is around 19 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Booked an early flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Asmara International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to JED:
Arriving at Asmara International Airport (ASM)
After your King Abdulaziz International Airport to Asmara International Airport flight has arrived, unwind at a nearby hotel. Crystal Hotel is a comfortable option that's not too far from ASM.
Getting from Asmara International Airport (ASM) to central Asmara
From Asmara International Airport, Asmara is approximately 6 kilometers away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the center driving.
When to fly to Asmara International Airport (ASM)
The quietest month for a flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Asmara International Airport is April, while June is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Asmara based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Asmara International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Asmara, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from JED to ASM in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) on average.
Explore more of Eritrea
Massawa is just one of the many places in Eritrea waiting to be explored after you've experienced Asmara. Around 64 kilometers away to the north-east, its best attractions include Covered Bazaar, Sahaba Mosque and Old railway station.
Another favorite destination in Eritrea, Mek'erka is located around 19 kilometers north of Asmara. Make time for highlights including Azien.